If there’s any iconic motorcycle widely known for its style of customization that belongs to Harley-Davidson. We probably know “Harley” as a heavyweight air-cooled cruiser bikes that gave the rise of chopper motorcycle in US. But before it turns to be an American Motorcycle icon, the brand also experience “ups-and-downs” against a much bigger rivals.
Starting October 2, Discovery Channel will premiers a 3-part mini-series of the origins of the iconic motorcycle, and how Arthur Davidsons together with his brothers Walter and William, along with their childhood friend William Harley founded Harley.
Based on a true story, Harley and the Davidsons starts the birth of an iconic bike during a time of great social and technological change beginning at the turn of the 20th century. Walter, Arthur and Bill risked their entire fortune and livelihood to launch the budding enterprise. Each of these men faced very different challenges, but it was the motorcycle that united their dreams and ambitions. For Walter Davidson, the venture was a chance to escape from the confines of society – to ignore the rules and build a bike that could go anywhere and ride hard. For Arthur Davidson, it was an opportunity to finally make good on his name. And for Bill Harley, the bike gave him hope to break free from his overbearing parents and apply his talent as an engineer.
The mini-series is composed of all-star cast including Michiel Huisman (Game of Thrones) as Walter Davidson, Robert Aramayo (Game of Thrones) as William (Bill) Harley and Bug Hall (The Little Rascals) playing the role of Arthur Davidson.
The mini-series Harley and the Davidsons is written by Evan Wright, Seth Fisher and Nick Schenk.